ovation

Example Sentences

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He managed to mutter a few words with the help of his host, and was thrilled to receive a standing ovation from the crown for his efforts.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

They repaid the favor with a standing ovation.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

The crowd in Los Angeles loved it: His win was greeted with a standing ovation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

He received a standing ovation when he was substituted after 64 minutes, unlike the Egyptian, who simply could not do anything right when he came on.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

Were he not already standing, he would have risen to his feet in ovation as well.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman